The Azerbaijan Grand Prix saw a dramatic collision between Carlos Sainz of Ferrari and Sergio Perez of Red Bull on the penultimate lap, resulting in both drivers crashing out of the race. The incident occurred as Sainz attempted to overtake Perez while vying for third place, leading to a collision that sent both cars into the barriers. Following an investigation, stewards ruled the crash as a racing incident, attributing no blame to either driver. Sainz defended his actions, claiming he did not make any erratic maneuvers, while Perez expressed disappointment over the impact on the championship standings. The collision allowed Oscar Piastri of McLaren to secure victory, placing McLaren at the top of the Constructors' Championship, with Ferrari and Red Bull trailing behind. This incident has significant implications for the championship race, particularly for Red Bull's standings.